China, Celadon soapstone laughing Buddha with children

Period: 1900-1925

Antique hand carved laughing Buddha, Celadon green soapstone. He is seated on a carved marble base, holding a beaded necklace on his left knee (the 'pearls of wisdom') with five children clambering around him. This was a statue made to symbolise the starting of a wholesome family and to enhance positive energy in the home. Very skillfully carved details and pleasing facial expressions.

The statue is in good condition, the Buddha is in perfect condition, small chip from the marble base (image nr.3 ), otherwise in excellent condition.